2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Captiva and 2007 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Captiva | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |